Mrs James Is 7 Months' Pregnant and States That She

Multiple Choice

Mrs. James is 7 months' pregnant and states that she has developed a problem with constipation. She eats a well-balanced diet and is usually regular. You should explain that constipation is common during pregnancy because of changes in the colorectal areas, such as:

A) decreased movement through the colon and increased water absorption from the stool.
B) increased movement through the colon and increased salt taken from foods.
C) looser anal sphincter and fewer nutrients taken from foods.
D) tighter anal sphincter and less iron eliminated in the stool.